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Google Earth Flight Simulator

Posted by kdawson on from the now-that's-an-easter-egg dept.

insidedesign writes "Blogger Marco has recently discovered that the newest version of Google Earth includes a flight simulator. Though simple in comparison to full-blown simulators, Google Earth's is fun and addictive. To get started, press Ctrl+Alt+A for the initial dialog (on OS X, Command+Option+A). Then choose your plane (F16 or SR22) and initial airport. Joysticks are supported; it has even been reported that force feedback works. The game's controls are sensitive so it takes some getting used to. Here are all the available controls. For a quick overview, check out this YouTube video."

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  1. Re:Doom in Microsoft Office by brteag00 · · Score: 5, Informative

    > If I remember right, one version of Excel also had a flight simulator.

    Yep, Excel '97 had a flight sim.
      - Hit 'F5'
      - Jump to cell X97:L97
      - Press 'TAB'
      - Hold down and
      - Press the "Chart Wizard" button on the toolbar.

    I bet the graphics in this one are a little better, though.

  2. Sweet by John+Frink · · Score: 5, Informative

    Just tried a flight, shows hills and everything. Way more than I expected from an easter egg. Kudos to the guy who dreamed this up.

    --
    Who is this Jimmy character, and why was he cracking corn in the first place?
  3. Re:This would be a great post for April 1 by Goaway · · Score: 5, Informative

    Quoting the very page you linked to:

    Once you have entered flight simulator mode for the first time, you can re-enter the mode by choosing Tools > Enter Flight Simulator.

    So no, it's not in the Tools menu by default, and yes, it's an easter egg.